And while the vibrant look was appropriate to wear head-to-toe back then, doing that now will most likely make us look like we're on our way to a Grateful Dead concert.

Not that we've got anything against that, but there's got to be a way to rock tie-dye and stay true to your personal style. In fact, there is -- and we've got a few tips to make it happen.

Check out the ensembles below for some fresh inspiration on how to take tie-dye from retro to modern.

One of the easiest ways to avoid looking too retro is by staying away from multi-colored tie-dyed items. If you stick to one or two hues, your look is a bit more toned down yet still gives off groovy and chic vibes.